By Emmanuel SAMPSON The integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into corporate strategies has gained significant traction in recent years. Global challenges such as climate change, social inequality, and governance concerns are increasingly placing businesses under scrutiny for their environmental and societal impact. Concurrently, geospatial technology—encompassing Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and […] The post

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The Ghana CEO-Presidential Manifesto Gala Dinner 2024, aiming to reset the partnership between business and political leadership through a renewed social contract – based on trust, accountability and a shared vision – has been launched in Accra. The event, scheduled for November 7, 2024, is under the theme ‘Reigniting the business […] The post

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has unveilled the National Child Online Protection Framework – aiming to safeguard children’s digital safety in the country. This initiative is in line with the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and United Nation International Children’s Emergency Fund’s (UNICEF) scheme to protect children from cyber threats such as […] The post

Laweh University College has taken a significant step toward promoting cross-cultural education by partnering with Shanghai Open University to establish a Chinese Language Centre on its campus in Accra. The centre, located within Laweh’s modern facilities, aims to promote the study of the Chinese language and culture in Ghana. This strategic partnership will provide individuals, […] The post

By Terry Mante Many years ago, I had an encounter with a newspaper editor in Ghana’s capital city of Accra. I advised him to consider launching a corresponding website for his newspaper, recognizing the growing shift towards digital news consumption. His response was simple but striking: “We are a newspaper, so if we put our […] The post

The much-anticipated 3rd edition of Ghana Youth Agriculture Summit comes off this Friday at the auditorium of the University of Professional Studies, Accra. This year’s summit would be on the theme: “Transforming Agriculture for Sustainable growth through Innovation, Empowering Youth, Women and Climate Action” The annual summit is seeking to mobilise five million youth across […] The post

The Ghana Association of Bankers’ (GAB) analysis of the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) 2023 fraud report has prompted it to make certain recommendations. These include adoption of advanced data analytics; implementation of zero-trust security frameworks; and the use of block-chain technology for enhanced transaction transparency. The proposals come in response to a challenging year for […] The post

With heightened calls for industry-academia partnership, especially in the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector, stakeholders at the Africa Skills Week (ASW) 2024, held in Accra, have underscored the need for TVET institutions to table mutually-beneficial offers to the attractive industry. The experts held the view that while the industry currently does not […] The post

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Government has paid GH¢2.5 billion in bonds to cover arrears owed to the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT). This was disclosed by the Director-General, Kofi Osafo-Maafo, during a speech at a stakeholder engagement with pensioners in Kumasi. “What we have done recently is that we have had some successes. […] The post Gov’t

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU, Washington DC The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reiterated the need for policymakers to remain vigilant and direct economic strategies in response to emerging global risks. While some economies are expected to rebound, the IMF’s latest World Economic Report highlights that the global economic outlook remains fragile despite promising signs of […] The post IMF

Ecobank, the nation’s largest financial services provider, has committed GH¢2.2million to establish digital learning centres across four schools, marking this year’s Ecobank Day celebration. The initiative, launched over the weekend, has already seen two schools – South Labone Girls Technical Institute in Accra and Potters Village Orphanage in Dodowa – receive fully-equipped computer laboratories. These […] The post

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has commissioned a newly installed onsite biogas plant with a capacity to process 180 tonnes of organic waste daily at the City Hall. The plant, developed by DasBiogas and Construction Ltd. is designed to convert organic waste from the AMA’s canteen into biogas for cooking and to produce organic fertiliser. […] The post

Stakeholders in the oil and gas industry have lauded the yeoman efforts of Ghana’s only indigenous upstream energy company, Springfield Exploration and Production Limited (SEP) for being consistent and investing millions of dollars in the industry to create and sustain jobs for Ghanaians. In their opinion, the fact that Springfield has remained relentless in the […] The post

By: Dela MANTEY Over time, I have observed the keen interest of some parents in the growth and learning journey of their children. They attend every event, every open day and every parent workshop. They ask questions to understand the milestones of their toddlers and performance among their peers. The light and excitement in their […] The post

By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO The Hungary Embassy in Ghana has introduced a Hungarian flooring company – Graboplast and Surviot, a manufacturer and provider of structural health monitoring systems – as part of the Hungarian Business Forum. The forum aims to encourage business opportunities and promote business-to-business relations between Hungary and Ghana. Hungarian Ambassador Tamás Endre […] The post

The 10th Girls in Aviation Day has been observed at Kotoka International Airport (KIA) on the theme ‘’Mentor, Inspire and Empower Girls’’. The day is celebrated globally by the various chapters of Women in Aviation International (WAI) to inspire, educate and empower girls between the ages of 8 and 18 to pursue careers in the […] The post Girls in Aviation Day celebrated

Vivo Energy Ghana, the Shell licensee in partnership with HR Focus Universe, a Human Resources Agency has successfully launched its ShePower Mentorship Campus Tour with the first stop at Legacy Girls College. This significant initiative, part of the company’s broader commitment to empowering women and promoting gender diversity in the workplace and society, saw volunteers […] The post

e’april PR, Ghana’s foremost fashion public relations firm has rebranded to Nueva Communications Ltd. This transformation reflects the company’s commitment to evolving with the dynamic PR landscape and its vision for future growth and expanded services. Embracing a bold new identity The name Nueva Comms signifies a new chapter and a renewed focus on providing […] The post

At the forefront of women’s reproductive health advocacy stands Elizabeth Amoaa, a trailblasing figure who has transformed her personal journey into a mission to uplift and educate others. Widely known as ‘Special Lady,’ Elizabeth is the founder of Speciallady Awareness, a non-governmental organization (NGO) committed to promoting female reproductive health advocacy and menstrual hygiene education. […] The post

By Samuel Lartey (Prof.) [email protected] Ghana, once lauded as an African success story, has faced significant economic hurdles in recent years, from overburdened national debt to the volatile depreciation of the cedi, sky-high inflation, and the environmental destruction caused by illegal mining (Galamsey). As the country nears the 2024 General Elections, signs of economic recovery […] The post